Time to refresh the places where my visitors and I put our feet in the dark, rainy months ahead. Make sure we are comfortable and safe in the evening garden.

Time to refresh the places where my visitors and I put our feet in the dark, rainy months ahead. Make sure we are comfortable ...

Whether you're staining a wood deck, bench, or fence, these expert tips will enhance its look and longevityAn even ...

Wood rot is a sibling to mold growth. Mold growth requires but three things: a food source, mold spores and water. Those ...

Lumber, especially softwood lumber like pine and spruce, is critical to U.S. home construction. Its availability and price ...

I used nothing but redwood trim on the last house I built for my family. Redwood contains lots of natural chemicals that fight against wood rot.

If your deck feels a little bouncy underfoot, it might not be the top boards at all — it could be the joists underneath that are starting to rot. I ran into that exact problem ...

The construction industry accounts for nearly 40 percent of global carbon emissions, which has builders and architects rethinking the materials they use. One unlikely source keeps coming up in those ...

Choosing the right foundation for your storage building represents one of the most critical decisions in shed construction. Two popular options dominate the market: pressure-treated lumber foundations ...

Whether you're working with limited space, have mobility issues, or simply want to improve the quality of your crops -- raised garden beds are a great solution. These beds are highly customizable and ...